CBT for obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)? It is a specific form of CBT called exposure and response prevention (ERP). It consists of getting exposure to - or facing - those situations that trigger obsessions and then resisting the urge to engage in the compulsions. By embracing uncertainty and facing their anxiety, clients can begin to reduce the impact of obsessions and compulsions on their lives. As always, exposure-based treatments need to be done under the care and guidance of a mental health professional.

I hope you find this information on obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) helpful. Please keep in mind that the content of this video is solely for educational purposes. If you suspect that you or someone in your life might have OCD - or any other mental health problem for that matter - please reach out to a mental health professional so that they can conduct a proper evaluation. See below for resources:

*Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy (ABCT): http://www.abct.org/Help/
*Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA): https://members.adaa.org/page/FATMain
*Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th...

**IMPORTANT**

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If you, or someone you know, needs help immediately:
Call 911 or the corresponding local emergency number
Reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/)
Reach out to the Trevor Project (https://www.thetrevorproject.org/)

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